Archive for August, 2008
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Thailand travel disruptions possible |
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| Thailand Travel News and Current Events No Comment |
Tourists traveling to or throughout Thailand may experience disruptions to their travel plans as the countries political unrest continues. The so far peaceful protests have seen a number of airports closed ...
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Thailand woos foreign investors |
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| Business, Expat Area No Comment |
Written by John LeFevre Foreigners wishing to establish businesses in Thailand will find things a little easier starting next year with a raft of amendments set to be implemented making investment ...
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Historic Phrae landmark combines East and West cultures |
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| Northern Thailand, Thailand Historic Sites No Comment |
On Khumdoem road in the old city of Phrae is the residence of Phrae’s traditional rulers. Built 1882 during the reign of King Rama V, it later served as a ...
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Phrae khao soy a delightful treat |
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| Northern Thailand, Thai Food, Thailand Restaurant Reviews and Recommendations No Comment |
If you happen to get hungry during your trip to Phrae (which of course you will), Khao Soy Che Lek is definitely a place to visit. Owned and operated by Khun ...
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Thailand’s Jurassic park |
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Written by John LeFevre Thailand might not immediately spring to mind when people think of dinosaurs, however the north-eastern Isaan region of Thailand has unearthed more than a handful of significant ...
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Thai condo’s subject to four taxes on sale |
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| Living in Thailand, Real Estate in Thailand 4 Comments |
Thai property law permits foreign nationals to purchase condominium units not exceeding 49 per cent of the total area of a condominium building. To make the purchase foreign buyers are required ...
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Thai credit cards for foreigners – The rules |
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| Living in Thailand 2 Comments |
Foreigners residing in Thailand can obtain a locally issued credit card but the rules that apply to foreigners are in many cases much more onerous than those that apply to ...
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Thai bank accounts for foreigners – The rules |
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| Living in Thailand No Comment |
The topic of whether foreigners living and working in Thailand are eligible to open bank accounts and what criteria apply is one that elicits a lot of often confused advice. This ...
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Dengue fever cases rise in Thailand |
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| Living in Thailand, Thailand News Feeds, Thailand Travel News and Current Events 1 Comment |
This article was written by John LeFevre Thailand’s Public Health Minister, Wicharn Meenchainant, has warned residents and visitors alike to remain vigilant to the dangers of day time mosquito bites with ...
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